Day 26


typical passage way in Casa Verde complex

Hidden Mount San Jacinto to the west

An under-developed section of Rancho Mirage with the western front in the background


     The clouds rolled in from the west and it began to rain. S and I (after DP) cycled into the strip and the storm came but S found a little Greek cafe with an awning and good eats so it was okay. Our acquaintances from the island cancelled walk so we went in search of the iphone holder for the dash that got caught in an UPS undertow. Snagged it at the Michael's craft emporium with no sweat. Same for the zolp at Rite Aid. So unfrustrated that we went to the Rancho Mirage dog park and later had M over for wine and dip. Made a couple of gin and tonics and sucked up some artichoke and jalapeno dip on naan to cap a different day in the desert. D basically unconscious after his dinner. Deep anger from hips and knees after yesterday's return to vibrant fitness after 10 days without. Spoke with B on phone of his vac struggles and final triumph, while at Aldi discount grocery at the corner of Ramon and Gene Autry Trail.

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